Interview with
Mr. Aron Nobel
Project Forwarder & Sales Manager
First of all Aron, could you elaborate for our readers about the history of TIEL Logistics and the origin of the name?
Tiel Logistics was established in 2000 and started with our own (exceptional) trucks for only road transportation and a few extra services. After a couple of years, the owner switched to being a project forwarder and sold the trucks. Until now, we are still focusing on moving project cargo all over the world. The company used to be L.C. Van Tiel Logistics when Leonard was still the owner (the company name was exactly the name of the owner). After his retirement, we called it Tiel Logistics as we thought this was more accommodating for our customers.
Holland has a lot of good products and also has a vast array of freight forwarders active worldwide. What is your main strategy for being successful in a competitive market?
Well, to be honest, we do have a lot of general forwarders, but not that many specialized in project cargo. Also since 5 years ago, we combined our strength with a heavy haulier which owns 50 trucks and own warehouses where we can do ‘everything’ in-house. From a tautliner until low-bed trailers, crane trucks, also we can do packaging/stuffing/lashing/securing. We also have a water connection which makes it easier for us to transport things by barge if the road is not possible due to regulations. Because of all the above mentioned, we have a really strong position in the market. Plus, we are a little team, so the communication is always short and direct. Due to doing our work with a skilled team, we stay successful and humble. Therefore, we want to thank our customers for always being loyal to us.
Do you have experience in handling project related cargoes, and if so, could you perhaps provide our readers with a few examples?
I’ve been in the business now for 6 years and have seen quite a lot of project shipments, but of course, I am still learning every day as (project) logistics is different in every scenario. As mentioned before, we are connected to the river, so we see our shipments sometimes passing by barge/pontoon. Also we are in the same office as this heavy haulier, so we walk downstairs and we see all types of activities related to project cargo.
We have just entered 2025. How do you find the market forecast?
We have a really great start this year, but after 2 to 3 very successful years, we are expecting this year to be a bit more difficult. If we keep working like this, we will make this year another successful year.
Do you currently have other offices around in Europe or the World or do you belong to any networks?
We only have our office in the Netherlands, but that is why we are part of 4 project networks now. This allows us to use our agents for the door deliveries. Also a lot of agents are using us for our trucks and warehouses. Since they are ours as well, we have a huge advantage in price and service and communication.
How would it be best for our readers to get hold of you?
You can always send an email to me personally (aron@tiellogistics.com) or to the sales team (sales@tiellogistics.com) or reach out to me by phone: +31641879900 or the office +31884350000
Website: https://tiellogistics.com/
